How To Fix MDG_DT_DATA_MODEL084 - Enter a valid search help for hierarchy attribute of entity &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_DT_DATA_MODEL - Messages for the Configuration Workbench Model Access API

• Message number: 084

• Message text: Enter a valid search help for hierarchy attribute of entity &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_DT_DATA_MODEL084 - Enter a valid search help for hierarchy attribute of entity &1 ?

  The SAP error message MDG_DT_DATA_MODEL084 indicates that there is an issue with the search help configuration for a hierarchy attribute in a data model entity within SAP Master Data Governance (MDG). This error typically arises when the system expects a valid search help to be defined for a specific hierarchy attribute, but it is either missing or incorrectly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Search Help: The hierarchy attribute does not have an associated search help defined in the data model.
  Incorrect Configuration: The search help that is defined may not be valid or may not return any results.
  Data Model Issues: There may be issues with the data model configuration itself, such as incorrect entity definitions or relationships.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the search help.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Search Help:
  
  Go to the relevant data model in the MDG configuration.
  Check the hierarchy attribute in question and ensure that a valid search help is assigned to it.
  If it is missing, create a new search help or assign an existing one that meets the requirements.
  
  
  
  Validate Search Help:
  
  Test the search help independently to ensure it returns the expected results.
  Check the search help parameters and ensure they are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Check Data Model Configuration:
  
  Review the data model configuration for any inconsistencies or errors.
  Ensure that the hierarchy attribute is correctly defined and linked to the appropriate entity.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the search help.
  If needed, adjust the user roles or permissions accordingly.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If changes were made in a development environment, ensure that they are transported to the quality or production environment properly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP MDG documentation for detailed information on configuring search helps and data models.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message MDG_DT_DATA_MODEL084 and ensure that the hierarchy attribute has a valid search help associated with it.